Chapter 1556

Bonnie vented angrily. “He’s always being dragged off to socialize, saying his superiors see potential in him and bring him to booze up. I call bull! If he keeps this up, he’ll collapse from exhaustion!”

“I’ll talk some sense into my brother!” Emily said, “It’s late. I’ll stay here to take care of him. You should rest. I’ll call if anything comes up.”

“Thank you, Emily!”

“We’re family. No need for formalities!”

Emily ended the call. Charlie watched her, then rose thoughtfully and said, “You lie down for a bit. I need to make a phone call.”

Emily nodded, assuming he had something urgent to attend to.

Charlie exited the ER and found a quiet spot outside, then dialed a number.

Despite the late hour, the call was picked up quickly. In a nervous voice, the person on the other end asked, “Mr. James?”

you arrange

branch office was taken aback and quickly replied, “No, I didn’t know. I just thought Elliott was doing a good job and asked director Lucien to keep an eye on him. We

frosty. “Don’t beat around the bush! I want to know who’s pulling strings behind the scenes. I’ll get to the bottom of this tonight. Don’t think about covering for anyone, or you can pack

voice trembled. “Yes, I’ll

wait for your report.”

while. Mr. Sample called back soon.

Elliott, but I know his real intention. He fears Elliott’s promotion might threaten his position, so he’s been exploiting him. The projects he

Charlie replied indifferently,

Don’t let hardworking

“I overlooked this. I assure you, I’ll handle it.”

hit. Let him rest for a few days. Do as I say.”

much time off as he needs. I’ll talk to HR about paid leave.” “It’s late; you

James, you should

headed

more peacefully than before, so it didn’t

next to him, her eyes closed

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